# Intel Core i9-7960X X-Series Processor 16 Cores up to 4.2 GHz Turbo Unlocked LGA2066 X299 Series 165W

- Category: Processor
- Brand: Intel
- Model: Core i9-7960X
- Part number: BX80673I97960X
- Price (US): $699.00
- Price last checked: 2026-08-05
- Rating: 4.5/5 from 527 Amazon reviews
- Warranty: 3 years
- Product page: https://buildmypc.net/component-details/processor/intel-core-i9-7960x-bx80673i97960x/

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Intel |
| Model | Core i9-7960X |
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 |
| Speed (Base / Turbo) | 2.8 GHz / 4.2 GHz |
| Memory Type | DDR4 - 2666 MHz |
| Socket Type | LGA 2066 |
| L3 Cache | 22 MB |
| TDP | 165 W |
| Unlocked | Yes |
| Graphics | None |
| Micro Architecture | Skylake |

## Key Features

- 16 Cores / 32 Threads
- 2.80 GHz up to 4.20 GHz / 22 MB Cache
- Quad DDR4-2666 Memory Channels
- Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel X299 Series Chipsets
- Intel Optane Memory Supported

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